Tan Physics

Tan Physics

Overall Rating

3.1

50 Customer Reviews

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Summary

Tan Physics' range of self-tanning products claims to give you a vacation-worthy glow without the risk of skin damage. These products seem to contain safe, effective ingredients, but the resulting tan might be more subtle and short-lived than you want.

Pros

  • The scent dissipates quickly after application
  • Doesn’t stain clothing when applied correctly
  • Dries quickly
  • Leaves a natural-looking color tone
  • Gentle enough for use on the face

Cons

  • Color might be too subtle, even after multiple applications
  • Starts to fade within days
  • Minimal color options
  • More expensive with subtler results than competition

Customer Reviews

3.1 Stars out of 50 Reviews
5 Star:32% 4 Star:20% 3 Star:4% 2 Star:10% 1 Star:34%
54% Recommend This Product
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Posted on May 2, 2017

Happy with Tan Physics

By Nancy Pryor, Short, OK, Verified Reviewer

I bought Tan Physics from eBay for under $10. For that price, I thought it was worth a try. I used a homemade sugar scrub to exfoliate with consisting of just sugar and a lotion I had on hand. Used latex gloves to apply Tan Physics. I was very happy with the results.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 11 People Have Voted

Posted on Mar 15, 2017

Doesn't do what it says

By Michele H, Bealeton, VA, Verified Reviewer

I was sold on the "no streaks" and "even tan color" so I spent over $100 for the exfoliations step and the tanning step. I used this product ONCE. I did the exfoliation step then applied. I have streaks and blotches that others have mistaken for "healing bruises," asking me what happened. When I explained that I tried this product they understood. I am very disappointed.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 17 People Have Voted

Posted on Mar 15, 2017

Stinks!

By Kathy, San Francisco, CA, Verified Reviewer

I bought this product mainly because it claimed to not smell bad like ALL self-tanning products do.

It does! It smells just as bad as all the rest of them do, so bad that it kept me away all night. Fortunately, I only bought one bottle.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 13 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 4, 2016

Not bad, but quite expensive.

By Tayla , Australia , Verified Reviewer

I used Tan Physics for the 1st time 3 days ago. I have a very pasty complexion so I don't mind the colour results. It gives quiet a bit of colour for me. If you have a darker complexion, I don't think the results would be very noticeable​. It smells fine and dries very fast. I don't think it applies any better to any other fake tan. I found I have to exfoliate before every application each day or it does go streaky, but if you do then it's fine. Overall it's a good product, but a bit pricey.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 7 People Have Voted

Posted on Aug 15, 2016

Excellent

By Sharon Horo, Perth, Western Australia, Verified Reviewer

Very satisfied. Non streaky, long lasting. A great product.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 6 People Have Voted

Posted on May 21, 2016

It's okay

By Martine Gorrill, Coeur d'Alene, ID, Verified Reviewer

It smells nice, feels good on the skin. The color fades very quickly if you don't use it everyday. I bought the extender, that's a waste of money. You do have to wash your hands right away after, I wash them with a sugar rub and I don't have any issues. If you use it more than three days in a row it does become more orange in color. I was hoping it would give you a nice brown base, but it really doesn't. And if you have freckles or dark spots it accentuates them. Wish it was more of a brown even color and it can streak if you don't apply it evenly.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 18 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 16, 2015

Bad Business

By Angela, Nashville, TN, Verified Reviewer

WORST EVER. They say they have a 100-day money back, I have yet to talk with someone, even after I returned it in plenty of time. I called 3 times today, left messages, and now it dials and hangs up. Beware, scam and fraud.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 40 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 25, 2015

Major SCAM

By Mellissa , Melbourne

Yes I am one who unfortunately fell for this scam (sigh). Being in Australia this purchase ended up being $63 and it is the WORST self tanner I have ever used. It smells like toilet cleaner, and once setting that familiar fake tan smell comes out, although they claim it doesn't smell! I have used many self tanners and this one instantly dried my skin, then made it orange. I did not have a healthy glow. It made me look older and my skin looked rough and it brought out all my flaws (and yes I applied properly). I looked at many reviews and wished that I have had done that before a spontaneous purchase, as all my research supports my claims of this being the worse product. I went onto their site to try to find return instructions to get a refund and there wasn't any (red flag). I sent them an email and am willing to bet the process of a return will be a big long drawn out nightmare. Which is how they make their money.

I am disgraced at this product. Go for model.co, which is never more then $10. It is so much better and much, much cheaper.

P.S. it has 1 star because it was the only way I could post the review. It should be zero.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 64 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 9, 2015

Favorite self tanner

By Krystal , Australia

I'm surprised to read any negative reviews on this product. I ordered it from Australia and it beats any self tanners on the market here. It gives the perfect coffee toned tan, smells slightly orangey and pleasant upon application, and dries like lightening so I hop into bed and have no uncomfortable sticky feeling/stain on the sheets. Yes, it does take a night or two to build up, you have to be a bit patient, I found the results way worth it. It wears off nicely as it's such a hydrating formula, no patches. And animal testing free! I will be ordering more.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 21 People Have Voted

Posted on Aug 25, 2015

Works when done right

By Shelley ,

Yep, after the initial application it dose NOT smell great. Smells like ALL self tanners do. I am not surprised. Yes, I needed to apply several applications over a few day before I got deeper results, but that was good. It gave time to go slowly and be careful with it. Scrubbed hands and fingers and nails with a fingernail brush to be sure no residue was left behind. With this product, as with ALL self tanners, you must be proactive and careful, it's NOT the fault of Tan Physics. It's the nature of self tanners across the board. I agree that adding lots of body lotion is needed because it dries out the skin but heck, lotion is a must ANYWAY. All this being said, I am ordering more. It works. Keeps me from having to bake in the sun and heat! Just be mindful, this is NOT a natural suntan and as such you have to be attentive to the suggestions while using it.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 18 People Have Voted

Posted on Jul 6, 2015

Good stuff

By Lisa Hagwood , Matthews, NC

I have used Tan Physics for two summers and have really enjoyed it. Yes, you have to be careful when you apply but it is worth not being pasty white. I have been asked on numerous occasions if I have been to the beach. I would recommend it.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 11 People Have Voted
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